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Houston Downtown Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion

By Secret Food Tours
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $90 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Skip the tourist traps and taste why Downtown Houston wears the crown as the most internationally influenced food scene in Texas, one bite at a time.

The walk starts at the Historic Clock Tower before diving into an Italian Cajun fusion masterpiece: smokey crumbled spicy boudin, thick cut crispy bacon, and melted cheese on a toasted crust. From there, stroll through Market Square Park, a living testament to the city's transformation and growth, then head into Houston's subterranean Underground for Brisket Eggrolls, a bold Asian Southern mashup. A walk down Main Street brings street art and urban energy before a stop at a local Houstonian favorite for a Quesabirria Taco. The tour wraps at the Historic POST Market with a sweet treat to cool down, plus a mystery Secret Dish revealed only on the day.

By the end, you'll have tasted five of Houston's most talked about bites and picked up a real feel for the culture and traditions behind them.

Activity location

  • The Clocktower Building
    • 3401 Allen Parkway
    • 77019, Houston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 301 Travis St
    • 301 Travis Street
    • 77002, Houston, Texas, United States

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Private Houston Food Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Houston for only you and your group

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00PM
Price details
$306.00 x 1 Adult$306.00
Total
Price is $306.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Our Irresistible Secret Dish
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Creamy, Locally Crafted Ice Cream
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Crispy Brisket Eggrolls
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Smoky Boudin, Bacon & Melted Cheese Crust
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Flavor-Packed Quesabirria Taco
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.

Activity itinerary

The Clocktower Building

  • 30m
Before we start exploring this multicultural city, we’ll learn about the Clock Tower and an Iconic stop by an to Downtown Houston, Discover a traditional southern comfort delight, with boudin and bacon.

Downtown Historic District Market Square

  • 30m
You will visit a place with a ton of local charm to experience an authentic mexican delicacy.

Downtown Historic District Market Square

  • 30m
Recharge with Brisket Eggrolls, a unique Asian and Southern style fusion!

The Bar

  • 30m
Experience a twist on a traditional dish as you dive into a Vietnamese Chicken and Rice dish.

The Finn

  • 30m
Walk along Main Street, absorbing its vibrant culture, street art and urban evolution.

POST Houston

  • 30m
Take a break at the POST market and beat the heat with a locally made ice cream!

Location

Activity location

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    The Clocktower Building
    • 3401 Allen Parkway
    • 77019, Houston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    301 Travis St
    • 301 Travis Street
    • 77002, Houston, Texas, United States

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